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'Incredulous' NEC Licks Its Wounds

British Motor Show attendance at the NEC has been on the slide for years. From a high of 908,000 in 1978, only 461,000 turned up last year. We spoke to bosses to see how they felt about losing the show. Here is their statement...

22nd February 2005

"We are very disappointed the SMMT has decided not to move forward with our exciting proposals. Feedback from visitors and exhibitors to the new-style show at the NEC in 2004 was very positive. Given the support we were enjoying for our new proposals, we are incredulous about this decision and once the automotive industry has come to terms with it, we would not be surprised to see a backlash and defections from the show. We will watch with interest the industry's response. We remain convinced the NEC and Birmingham is still the most suitable location for the show."

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